REPORT TO SUCCESSOR AGENCY
To:Honorable Chair and Members of the Successor Agency
From:Jason Simpson, Executive Director
Prepared by:Shannon Buckley, Assistant Executive Director Date:May 27, 2025
Subject:Purchase of the OmniDeck Stadium Turf Protection System from Signature Systems for the Diamond Stadium Capital Repairs and Replacement Project.
Recommendation
Approve and authorize the Executive Director to purchase a complete OmniDeck Stadium Turf Protection System for $98,589.75 from Signature Systems for the Diamond Stadium Capital Repairs and Replacement Project. Waive the formal bidding process per Municipal Code Section
3.08.070(G) for the purchase from Signature Systems since we have already purchased the original package in 2022. We are adding additional square footage to cover the newly installed grass.
Background
City staff and Storm management are working together to attract visitors and sporting events from local and regional areas to the Lake Elsinore Diamond Stadium. Staff and storm management purchased approximately 9,300 square feet in 2022. They have recently identified a greater need to protect the playing surface during special events and expand the surface area.
Purchase of Omnideck Stadium Turf Protection System from Signature Systems
Discussion
As the City continues to build and rehabilitate top-notch facilities for the enjoyment of the entire community, it is essential to design and build highly capable, long-lasting amenities into these facilities. It is challenging to satisfy Major League Baseball requirements for grass surfaces. The OmniDeck Stadium Turf Protection System is critical to the overall success of the Diamond Stadium as an entertainment venue. The objective is to increase the focus on the fans' experience at Diamond Stadium and preserve an immaculate playing surface. This System will cover the infield playing surface area during special events, allowing access to this area without damaging the playing surface.
Signature Systems engineers and manufactures innovative composite matting, turf protection, and event flooring solutions for construction, industrial, stadium, and special events. Signature Systems is the leader in the drivable, reusable stadium playing surface protection for large events.
The Omnideck Panels make short work of daily challenges: more demand for special events with quicker turnarounds, safety and liability concerns for work crews and event patrons, and a need for superior strength to protect people and property. Staff research has determined that this product is the leader and choice of the major venues for its strength and installation, which makes it easy to provide turf and ground protection systems. The Omnideck Panels are portable and can be assembled in City parks and other City facilities to protect surfaces for special events.
Waiver of Competitive Bidding Procedures
Under Section 3.08.070(G) of the Municipal Code, the City Council can waive the competitive bidding requirement that would otherwise be utilized for this purchase. The system benefits outlined above and the fact that this product satisfies Major League Baseball requirements for both grass surfaces and can also be used at City parks and other facilities is unique. Staff recommends that the City Council waive the competitive bidding according to Municipal Code Section 3.08.070(G) and allow the City Manager to purchase directly from Signature Systems as outlined in this agenda report.
Fiscal Impact
This purchase is included in the Fiscal Year 24/25 – 29/30 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) budget.
Attachments
Attachment 1 – Proposal
City Manager’s Office